FleishmanHillard has promoted 13 staff members in its Toronto office, including Charles Muggeridge to partner.
Muggeridge, who joined FleishmanHillard as an account executive in 1995, was previously a senior vice-president.
“FH Toronto has had a tremendous year – we’ve landed big new clients, grown organically, expanded our creative services offering, and won numerous awards,” said Angela Carmichael, general manager of FleishmanHillard Toronto, in a release. “The number of promotions awarded this year is a true testament to the strength of the team we’ve assembled and the great work they do.”
Leslie Walsh who was promoted to senior vice-president, joined FleishmanHillard in 2007 and was previously vice-president, reputation management at the agency. She previously managed public relations and marketing at the Markham Stouffville Hospital.
Hélène LaRochelle, who joined the agency last year, has been promoted to vice-president and creative director. LaRochelle has held senior positions at several advertising and communications agencies including RMG Connect, J.Walter Thompson and SonicBoom.
Jay Armitage, who has been promoted from associate vice-president to vice-president, joined Fleishman in 2010 and has experience in issues and crisis management. Armitage previously worked as a producer at CBC News Network.
Megan Shay has been promoted to associate vice-president. Shay joined Fleishman in 2014 and was digital marketing director.
As well, Megan Stoudt has been promoted to account director. She was previously a senior consultant.
Justin Hane has been promoted to account director. He joined Fleishman’s corporate reputation practice in 2014.
Rachael Factor has been promoted from consultant to senior consultant.
In addition, Brianna Bijman, Douglas Johnson, Jannine Rane, Lauren Treadgold and Allan Keith have all been promoted to consultant positions.
